KJV ORIGINAL
Yea, whereto might the strength of their hands profit me, in whom old age was perished?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
What good would the strength of their hands do me anyway, since they have no wisdom that comes with age?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is saying that even if these mockers were strong, they lack the wisdom and experience that would make their strength valuable.
📚 Historical Context
Job is responding to young men who are mocking him in his suffering, contrasting their physical vigor with their lack of mature wisdom. In ancient times, age was deeply respected for the wisdom and experience it brought, making the mockery of these younger people particularly insulting. Job is pointing out that strength without wisdom is worthless.
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